Offroad Bikes anyone into it used to ?

Post by **maxxis** » 03 Mar 2008, 10:35

Financing and insuring 2 bikes could end up being a little on the expensive side.

Already looking at about R1600 repayment on the 650. More shopping to be done first I guess.

Kennyisalive · Post by **Kennyisalive** » 03 Mar 2008, 11:05

that 650 are expensive but nice toys

Friggs · Post by **Friggs** » 03 Mar 2008, 17:00

Hey Kennyidalive I like that idea, just need to sort some things out but when I'm sorted will PM you so we can go for a blast somewhere!

@maxxis, those Can-Am's are really good quads, the Renegade 800 is amazing (and has a price to match). What are you looking at doing with the quad though? Are you keen in putting some track time or more looking to get into bush/trail riding? The reason I ask is because you get 2 main types of Quads; Sport quads and utility Quads. The sport is much more suited to the tack and the Utilitys more suited to the bush or trails. It's not set in stone or anything and lots of guys do ride sport quads in the bush but personally I much prefer Utility quads. I worked at the Sani Pass hotel for 7 months and part of my job was taking guests on quad rides. The guests rode Honda 250cc utility quads while I could either ride a Honda TRX 450 R sport quad or a Honda Rincon (680cc, fuel injected, full auto, 4X4 or 4X2 mode, etc.) and I chose the Rincon EVERY time! So much nicer over the ruff stuff and didn't feel like you were going to flip it any second! Obviously it comes to personal preference so try see if you can also take a ride on a nice utility before deciding. Just something to consider.

But either way, when we do our ride you must also come, we'll do a PCF outride!!

Hey SBSP, Where the pics man????

Kennyisalive · Post by **Kennyisalive** » 12 Mar 2008, 12:04

Friggs wrote:Hey Kennyidalive I like that idea, just need to sort some things out but when I'm sorted will PM you so we can go for a blast somewhere!

Sure i also just need to get my damn bike back i sent it in for a services and thet still don't have all the parts so yeah i hope I get it back asap

SBSP · Post by **SBSP** » 13 Mar 2008, 15:13

My Camera's charger is gone pooff with the wind,

Try to take sum soon.

Kennyisalive · Post by **Kennyisalive** » 29 Mar 2008, 08:56

Hey guys
Are you still keen on going riding one day?

Me and my mate are thinking about going tomorrow?

Friggs · Post by **Friggs** » 29 Mar 2008, 09:13

Damn, I'm just trying to find a 1.8 sport corsa utility (damn near impossible, they are waaay to popular) to buy so I can actually get my bike to riding spots... Will hopefully be able to join in a few weeks. Enjoy it though!
BTW, where you gonna ride?

SBSP We still waiting for some pics dude

Kennyisalive · Post by **Kennyisalive** » 30 Mar 2008, 00:04

We have a nice trail close to my house where we go riding in the east of pretoria. or there's a track not far from where I live that we also go to that depends on what we feel like riding.

SBSP · Post by **SBSP** » 01 Apr 2008, 08:28

My CRF230

Damn its sexy!!!!

SBSP · Post by **SBSP** » 01 Apr 2008, 08:35

Friggs wrote:Damn, I'm just trying to find a 1.8 sport corsa utility (damn near impossible, they are waaay to popular) to buy so I can actually get my bike to riding spots... Will hopefully be able to join in a few weeks. Enjoy it though!
BTW, where you gonna ride?

SBSP We still waiting for some pics dude

Vw has these special deals on Polo's almost got one.
glad i still owe too much on my golf.

I'm also now looking at the corsa bakies.

Kennyisalive · Post by **Kennyisalive** » 01 Apr 2008, 12:38

Nice SBSP

So when wil you show us what your baby can do?

SBSP · Post by **SBSP** » 01 Apr 2008, 12:47

when ever i can move the damn thing around
Since i bought it its still not run in.

I probably have like a 30Min ride all together on it.

Kennyisalive · Post by **Kennyisalive** » 01 Apr 2008, 13:01

okay we will be rinding this weekend and you should come along we can arrange transport

SBSP · Post by **SBSP** » 01 Apr 2008, 13:32

Kennyisalive wrote:okay we will be rinding this weekend and you should come along we can arrange transport

Sounds good.

I really really want to do that, You going to think i' dont wana come.
My Brothers Bday and my dads on saturday in Middelburg this weekend is goin to be bit hectic. The Girlfriend also wants to learn ride on my quad this weekend so I might
take it with to middelburg.

Kennyisalive · Post by **Kennyisalive** » 01 Apr 2008, 14:41

You don't wane ride with us but it fine be that way...

Just kidding its all cool we will go the weekend after this one as wel so you can join us then

SBSP · Post by **SBSP** » 16 Apr 2008, 10:02

Ive got 3K to spend.

My Uncle has a single bike trailer and wants to sell it for R2500.

or

I dont have kit, Should i buy boots and a pant ?

What to do what to do!!!!!

Argggg

Friggs · Post by **Friggs** » 16 Apr 2008, 11:46

You gotta get kit dude, everybody who rides dirt WILL fall sooner than later, some falls will be nothing, some will be a bit more hectic (like my fall when I broke my collar bone and ribs). The trailer sounds good but kit is a must imo. Maybe he can hang onto it for a bit? I'm fetching my bike next weekend so will be able to join kennyisalive in the next 2 or 3 weeks and will gladly come pick you and your bike up on the way.

EDIT: btw, nice pics man, looks awesome! so nice and clean... but not for long!

SBSP · Post by **SBSP** » 16 Apr 2008, 12:28

I Wana buy kit more than buying the trailer.

My uncle had the trailer for quite sometime and is not using it and i dont think he wants to sell it desperately. So i suppose he will hang onto it.
Hes one of those sneaky quick reacting on doing business kind of people, he bought the trailer for R400.

So its going to be kit. Any idea what to buy, some people warned me about Fox ? What should i buy ?

Kennyisalive · Post by **Kennyisalive** » 19 Apr 2008, 07:59

I don't have any problems with Fox. so i would say its safe just to pricey. You can also look at Thor but again price. Fly, No Fear. I going to the shop in Centuroin nou I will have a look for you at wat is good to go for + price..

SBSP · Post by **SBSP** » 21 Apr 2008, 15:00

Kennyisalive wrote:I don't have any problems with Fox. so i would say its safe just to pricey. You can also look at Thor but again price. Fly, No Fear. I going to the shop in Centuroin nou I will have a look for you at wat is good to go for + price..

I got some FLY Viper Boots.

for R1250, Think its a good deal.

Fox boots are damn good looking but R5600 for a pair.

Edit:::

GOOOD GOSH!!!!!!!!!!

http://www.bikesgalore.co.za/index.php? ... &Itemid=26

I was ripped off!!!!

Wont be doing business at Kawasaki Toy's in centurion again!!!

Edit Again.

Okay wait i guess i got it for a bargain.

http://www.bikesgalore.co.za/index.php? ... &Itemid=26

Google managed to find archived stuff.
http://www.bikesgalore.co.za/index.php? ... &Itemid=26

Kennyisalive · Post by **Kennyisalive** » 21 Apr 2008, 15:12

nice dude now the next thing is a chest plate.

Friggs · Post by **Friggs** » 21 Apr 2008, 16:26

LOL!!

The price you paid is about right. If you are bored this weekend try WOA (Randburg) and Full Throttle (Edenvale) for the rest of your kit, the prices are normally pretty good. Also, Honda menlyn has a special on No Fear pants, jersey and gloves for summin like R850 (I stand corrected). No Fear isn't the brand but hey, imo unless you're riding professionally why spend thousands on the top stuff? I actually have a mix of kit, thor quadrant boots, No Fear pants and jersey, a pair of thor gloves and a pair of No Fear gloves, Vega helmet (will probably upgrade though) and Thor goggles.

I just bought myself a Fly folding loading ramp and a Fly service stand for my bike. Also got a camelbak hydration pack, you will get unbelievably thirsty while riding, esp in the heat.... although that aint a problem today!!!

I see you are in Centurion, Cent Yamaha has an awesome accessories department, bought my thor 50/50 boots from them for riding road last year and they had a tonne of kit to check out, go have a look.

WiK1d · Post by **WiK1d** » 21 Apr 2008, 16:31

Who of you guys are hitting Masters of Dirt on 20/21 June 2008?

Friggs · Post by **Friggs** » 21 Apr 2008, 16:59

WiK1d wrote:Who of you guys are hitting Masters of Dirt on 20/21 June 2008?

I'll be there, VIP if they still have when i buy (need to triple check the schedule), probably going on Saturday. You?

WiK1d · Post by **WiK1d** » 21 Apr 2008, 17:10

I'm going, not sure which day though